Alternative
Fancy something a bit different from the norm? Something immersive, or something taking place in a caravan perhaps? Here you’ll find reviews of some of the most interesting and unique shows that we’ve seen.
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Iconic: A Brief History of Drag, Underbelly – Review
A mad dash through some of pop culture’s most iconic Drag moments.
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The Marriage of Kim K, Arcola Theatre – Review
A mind-bending, thoroughly enjoyable romp through several centuries of music and marriage.
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Briefs: Close Encounters, Underbelly Festival Southbank – Review
This intergalactic show probes your senses like E.T.’s glittered finger!
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Everyday People, Bridewell Theatre – Review
A snappy 45 minutes of drama, consisting of two short plays, to fit into your lunch break. However, the performance of Caryl Churchill’s Seagulls far outshines the unremarkable opener, Tennessee Williams’ Every Twenty Minutes.
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Klanghaus: 800 Breaths, Southbank Centre – Review
An absolutely outstanding multi-sensory promenade performance, and whether you love it or not, it’s unlikely you’ll ever have experienced anything quite like this before.
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Boys Club, Jacksons Lane – Review
Joe and Jules are forced to dress as men in order to get work on the stage, only for their plan to slowly unravel before the eyes of their audiences.
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Escape 2 , Blue Elephant Theatre – Review
Pros: Preternaturally strong aerialists are a joy to watch. Cons: Amateur production values and a lack of clear concept. I was curious and excited about this little venue – sometimes the most unassuming places are the best finds. When I…
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Extravaganza Macabre, Battersea Arts Centre – Review
The thinking person’s summer panto.
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Dead Souls, Theatre N16 – Review
A very intelligent and funny piece of theatre – and a tremendous first offering from Monkhead Theatre.
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Flashback, Theatre Utopia – Review
A compelling exploration into male suicide which will leave you wanting to reach out to people you don’t even know.